Amanda Meldzuk
Seneca,SC
Summary
Dedicated leader with a strong background in developing educational programs and enhancing curriculum. Proven ability to foster high morale and collaboration within teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while achieving program objectives. Committed to continuous improvement and mentoring others for success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Program Director
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, South Carolina
06.2024 - Current
- Developed educational programs aligned with community needs and industry standards.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Managed budget allocations for various program initiatives and operational expenses.
- Facilitated partnerships with local businesses to create internship opportunities for students.
- Oversaw compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards for programs.
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
- Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
- Developed strategic plans to ensure successful program operations.
Sergeant First Class
South Carolina Army National Guard
Anderson, SC
10.2014 - Current
- Led a platoon through pre-mobilization, mobilization, and post-mobilization operations, ensuring readiness and cohesion.
- Oversaw team planning and realignment of field and base operational strategies to enhance mission effectiveness.
- Managed inventory, supply, logistics, ordering, and job order submissions using GCSS-Army system to maintain operational flow.
- Obtained a dual Military Occupation Specialty status; 91B Light Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic and a 14G Army Air Defense Battle Management System Operators.
- Obtained additional duty as Brigade Master Driver overseeing the Driver's Training Program over all units that fall under the brigade.
- Deployed for Operation Atlantic Resolve April 2018 - January 2019.
- Deployed for Operation Noble Eagle June 2022 - present.
Research Intern
Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects at the university.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software tools.
- Supported lab activities by preparing materials and equipment for experiments.
- Engaged in team discussions to brainstorm solutions for research challenges.
- Maintained a clean and safe laboratory environment following university protocols.
- Carried out experiments under supervision, developing skills and techniques to operate independently.
- Performed statistical analysis on data and results, identifying and utilizing appropriate techniques.
Surface Maintenance Repairer
Upstate Regional Maintenance Facility
Greenville, SC
04.2016 - 06.2024
- Worked on HMWWVs, LMTVs and HEMITTs to repair engines, transmissions and electrical systems.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for HMWWVs, LMTVs, and HEMITTs.
- Performed routine maintenance on communication devices, various military vehicles, generators, trailers, heaters, etc.
- Inspected completed repairs to check for accuracy and functionality to maintain unit satisfaction.
- Supervised and mentored new soldiers while overseeing daily service operations to enhance team readiness.
- Oversaw environmental compliance for 45 employees and facility operations, ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations.
- Executed Production Control tasks using SAP systems, including submitting and closing job orders.
Process Facilitator Over 3rd Shift
Timken Co.
Duncan, SC
04.2011 - 04.2016
- Supervised 25 employees on 3rd shift.
- Four years of experience working in logistics and shipping; communicating with CSRs worldwide to meet the customer demands.
- Proactively looked at future workloads to assure all production was complete by the requested time; monitored entire line process and identified problems; assigned daily tasks and organized workflow to meet challenging production demands.
- Anticipated and addressed production problems, material shortages, equipment malfunctions and unavoidable delays.
- Coordinated materials, researched discrepancies and resolved issues to maintain accurate records; prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
- Surpassed company objectives by cooperating with staff and team members to share and actualize processes to accomplish established goals.
- Proficient in SAP and Red Prairie Systems
Education
Master of Science - I/O Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ09-2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ04-2018
Experimental Psychology -
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC08-2013
Associates of Arts - General Studies
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SC08-2011
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Program development
- Curriculum enhancement
- Academic advisement
- Lesson planning
- Student records management
- Regulatory compliance
- Policy development
- Budget management
- Management
- Team leadership
- Leadership
- Leadership style
- Computer literacy
- Time management
- Communication skills
Certification
- COMPTIA Securit +
- ASE T2 Diesel Engines
- ASE T4 Brakes
- ASE T6 Electrical
- ASE T7 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance
Timeline
Academic Program Director
Greenville Technical College
06.2024 - Current
Research Intern
Clemson University
08.2023 - 06.2024
Surface Maintenance Repairer
Upstate Regional Maintenance Facility
04.2016 - 06.2024
Sergeant First Class
South Carolina Army National Guard
10.2014 - Current
Process Facilitator Over 3rd Shift
Timken Co.
04.2011 - 04.2016
Master of Science - I/O Psychology
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Experimental Psychology -
University of South Carolina Upstate
Associates of Arts - General Studies
Spartanburg Community College